Monthly Updates

January: Private credit was weak while government credit (grew by LKR120 Bn Y-o-Y) recorded a strong growth.

December: Manufacturing sector grew at a slower phase (4 points above threshold) while services.....

Activities in the economy improved post presidential election driven by positive sentiments from the local.....

With the lending cap, the long-term interest rates have declined. In this environment, the demand for credit from the private sector .....

Real GDP recorded an improved growth of 3.7% in Q1 CY2019 from 1.8% in Q4 CY2018, led by healthy.....

November: Manufacturing and services sectors continued their expansion. Services sector was seen hiring staff.....